Train from Edinburgh to Chesterfield: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Chesterfield on 20 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
ChesterfieldCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
ChesterfieldFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
ChesterfieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
ChesterfieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
ChesterfieldNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:58 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Chesterfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chesterfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
4h 2mAverage duration
200 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£33 - £118Average duration17h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£40 - £443Average duration4h 2m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£30 - £30Average duration5h
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Chesterfield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Chesterfield?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Chesterfield start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Chesterfield?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Chesterfield is 4h 2m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 33m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Chesterfield route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Chesterfield?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Chesterfield departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 18:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/01
£43
17/01
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Today
£109
19/01
£38
20/01
£43
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Chesterfield was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Chesterfield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £421 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Chesterfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-01-19.

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